This heart card was made with dies from Kokorosa, mica powder, and mineral powders. There were a few bumps along the way but they can always be resolved, sometimes in a different direction than planned. The technique has merit and I would use it again.
I set my die-cutting machine using double-sided tape to only cut through the double-sided tape, not the cardboard backing.
At the very top of the card front, you can see where I tested the different colors of powders.
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The close-up image shows the detail of the die-cut word. You can also see the metallic shine in the cardstock.
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I originally made these materials for a project and then went in a different direction. So I decided to use them this week for Tag it Tuesday. I collaged the painted book page and then added the coordinating watercolor-painted flowers.
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See the details in the close-up image above. The colors are stunning.
I have been intrigued with tea folding. For Valentine’s Day, I made a tea-folded decor piece using ribbons from Gwen Studios. Using ribbon was very easy to do because the edges of the ribbons are finished and don’t need to be folded, making the construction a bit faster.
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Created for Valentine’s Day crafting, these journal cards can be used for various crafts. Grab this free printable PDF sheet of Valentine-themed journal cards. They are great for card making, scrapbooking, junk journals, journaling, glue books, and more.
My favorite printer brand for many years has been HP. I also use their ink supply service where I pay a monthly fee and they send me ink cartridges as needed. It comes out to be a lot less money this way. The HP Envy Inspire is a great-priced machine that will produce beautiful prints.
And if you are looking for a great crafting weight paper for printables, I have been using HP Project Paper. It is heavier than copier paper but not quite as heavy as cardstock. It is a great medium weight for layering, folding, and more!
Craft Attic Resources shared this adorable crochet project with us last week. I love the colors, they are great to brighten up this dreary winter weather.
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The Paperclip Facebook group runs a theme each month. For January it is our word of the year. I didn’t choose a word for my year but I decided to create this tagged paperclip with words from Philippians 4:8 for the challenge.
All you need is a few simple materials to create this tagged paperclip: the free printable linked above, a paperclip, a pair of scissors, a glue stick, and a gourd clip.
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I wrapped the top of the clip with some coordinating raffia to stop the gourd clip from sliding around the paperclip. Tying a knot in the back, I secured it with some wet glue and trimmed away the ends.
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This is an interesting way to alter the use of your embossing plates. I have done this process before with better results using a different machine. Experimenting with the amount of pressure does affect your results. What we want to have happen is only to emboss part of the piece.
Here are the materials I grabbed to work on this tag. There is always a way to salvage your process even though the result is different from your intended first direction. This week is an example of going with the flow.
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The close-up image shows the detail of the ink applied to the tag as well as the gold flecks. These correlate to the gold on the butterfly wings.
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I have really enjoyed crocheting for charities. I recently found the Peyton Heart Project. This pattern works quickly, and you can use your scrap yarn for these hearts. If you would like to use a different pattern from mine, there are several other heart patterns available on the site for both crocheting and knitting. Peyton Heart Project has a printable tag you can use with your heart and then place your heart somewhere that it can be found.
From the Peyton Heart Project’s website:
A global project was created to help end suicide and bullying and the stigma surrounding mental health issues. The Peyton Heart Project was inspired by several stories including that of a 13-year-old boy named Peyton James who died by suicide in 2014. The hearts are placed in public places worldwide for people to find during their everyday lives. We hope the hearts cause people to stop for a moment and reflect on a young life lost to suicide, on bullying, and on the fact that everyone’s life matters.
I plan to add the tag to the hearts and carry them with me in my car. As I visit, shop, or travel I will have them with me to distribute. I hope those that find my hearts are touched and enjoy them. This is a great way to share the love of crochet and do some good with it.
Here is the pattern for the hearts I made. At the bottom of this post, you can find a free printable PDF version of the pattern if you want to download it.
Heart Pattern:
magic circle
work the entire first round into the magic circle
ch 2 tr x3 dc x4 tr x 1 dc x 4 tr x 3 ch 2
ss into the magic chain
sc hdc x 2 into first stitch hdc x 3 into second stitch hdc x 2 into third stitch 1hdc into next 3 stitches hdc x 2 into seventh stitch hdc, dc, hdc into eigth stitch hdc x 2 into nineth stitch 1hdc into next 3 stitches hdc x 2 into thirteenth stitch hdc x 3 into fourteenth stitch hdc x 2 into fifteenth stitch ss and end
weave in the beginning thread to the top of the heart
tie both strands * together with an overhand knot using both threads as one.
trim
*cut the strands to be about 5-6” long
Here is the link to the downloadable PDF pattern. [heart pattern]
If you plan to use your crochet hearts for the Peyton Heart Project, please be sure to visit their site and read through all the instructions for the project.
Whether you are enhancing glass for yourself, a gift, or from a thrifting haul take the time to test the glass. I have learned my lesson the hard way so I am sharing this etching tip with you. Before proceeding with a glass etching project, take the time to test your glass. You can test multiple pieces all at once. Doing so will save you so much time, money, and effort. The process is simple and in the end, you will be glad you did so.
My go to etching cream is etchall. It has no smell and it is reusable.
Ready for Valentine’s Day crafting? Grab this free printable PDF sheet of Valentine-themed inchies. Use a 1″ paper punch to cut them out and begin your crafting. They are great for card making, scrapbooking, junk journals, journaling, glue books, and more.
My favorite printer brand for many years has been HP. I also use their ink supply service where I pay a monthly fee and they send me ink cartridges as needed. It comes out to be a lot less money this way. The HP Envy Inspire is a great-priced machine that will produce beautiful prints.
And if you are looking for a great crafting weight paper for printables, I have been using HP Project Paper. It is heavier than copier paper but not quite as heavy as cardstock. It is a great medium weight for layering, folding, and more!
